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June 28, 2024 | County Administrator's Office

Weekly roundup for June 28, 2024

Today’s digest provides helpful and important updates on the following: 1) Sonoma County Point Fire contained, fire season reminders; 2) Upcoming public workshops on disaster recovery; 3) Sonoma County Library announces Summer Reading Program; and 4) Latest Sonoma County career opportunities Read full story


June 25, 2024 | Department of Agriculture, Weights & Measures

2024 Point Fire Agricultural Crop Damage Assessment Form

The Sonoma County Department of Agriculture/Weights & Measures (AWM) is conducting a preliminary data capture to evaluate potential damage and/or loss sustained during the June 2024 Point Fire in Sonoma County. AWM may contact the reporting party for additional information. Data collected is for AGRICULTURAL CROP RELATED damage and/or loss only. All information is confidential. This information will be used to compile a damage assessment report for Sonoma County in order to qualify Sonoma County for possible federal assistance. Read full story


June 21, 2024 | County Administrator's Office

Weekly roundup for June 21, 2024

Today’s digest provides helpful and important updates on the following: 1) Update: 2024 Sonoma County Point Fire; 2) Latest issue of SoCo Correspondent available now; 3) Human Services resource hub accessible online; 4) Stay in the know with free County newsletters; and 5) Other Sonoma County news of note Read full story


June 21, 2024 | Department of Health Services

Notice of Intent to Award: RFP for Behavioral Health Services for Youth

The evaluation panel carefully reviewed and analyzed the proposals received in response to the above referenced solicitation. Based upon that review and analysis, we are recommending to the Sonoma County Board of Supervisors that the contract be awarded to: Seneca Family of Agencies; LifeWorks of Sonoma County; Individuals Now, Inc., dba Social Advocates for Youth (SAY); TLC Child & Family Services Read full story


June 20, 2024 | Board of Supervisors Department

District 1 June 2024 Newsletter

Red Flag warnings, fire maps, Nixle alerts, evacuation zones…these terms should be familiar to all of us in Sonoma County by now. With our first large wildland fire and our first Red Flag warning of the season both already here, I want to first and foremost thank all of our first responders currently responding to the Point Fire, and say that my heart goes out to all the residents impacted. Additionally, I wanted to take a moment to remind everyone how to stay informed on current conditions and active fires, and how to get prepared. Read full story


June 20, 2024 | Department of Health Services

RFP for Community Care Expansion Preservation Funds

The County of Sonoma is pleased to invite you to respond to a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Community Care Expansion Preservation Funds. This RFP outlines the information necessary to understand the competitive selection process and the required documentation necessary for the submission of proposals. All interested proposers must meet the requirements specified in this RFP. Read full story


June 18, 2024 | Department of Agriculture, Weights & Measures

Agricultural Pass Program activated

The Agricultural Pass Program is activated. People with a valid Ag Pass may enter Zone SON-2E2 (Dry Creek Valley) to conduct approved agricultural activities. Be sure to present your ag pass to the peace officer staffing the road closure and follow his/her instructions. Program rules and FAQs are on the County Ag Commissioner website. Read full story


June 14, 2024 | County Administrator's Office

Weekly Roundup for June 14, 2024

Today’s digest provides helpful and important updates on the following: 1) Wildfire prevention tips and reminders; 2) Burn permits suspended beginning June 17; 3) June 15 webinar on Wildfire Adapted Grant Project; 4) Vacation rental license deadline June 15; and 5) Other Sonoma County news of note Read full story


June 13, 2024 | Community Development Commission

Request for Proposals For Utility Allowance Study

Request for Proposals For Utility Allowance Study Read full story


June 11, 2024 | Department of Health Services

4th Prop 47 Advisory Committee Meeting

Community members are invited to attend the 4th Prop 47 Jail In-reach Local Advisory Committee on Wednesday, July 17th from 12:00pm to 1:00pm. The purpose of the jail in-reach program is to use intensive engagement strategies to establish relationships with individuals who have serious mental health and/or substance use disorders, are unhoused or precariously housed, and are repeatedly incarcerated. Read full story